BRIGHTON — Republican Ryan Frazier formally dropped out of the U.S. Senate race and kicked off his congressional campaign Thursday at a car dealership here as supporters of the incumbent, U.S. Rep. Ed Perlmutter, D-Golden, waved signs nearby. Full Article at Denver Post

TAMPA - It's been an easy concept from the start. Get developers to pay for growth by preserving vast stretches of natural Florida. Full Article at Tampa Bay Online

Please be sure your comments are appropriate before submitting them. Full Article at The Buzz: Florida Politics

Hispanics now make up 22% of all children under the age of 18 Nearly one in six residents, or 46.9 million people, are Hispanic View latest posts of some of these at Blogente.com If you are a Hispanic/Latino blogger or someone who blogs about... Full Article at HispanicTips

“We believe the appointment of Sen. Martinez’s successor provides an opportunity to ensure that Florida’s Congressional Leadership reflects the full diversity of the state,” says the letter from the non-partisan group’s executive director, Arturo... Full Article at Bradenton Herald

U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez announced eight months ago that he would not seek reelection but has continued to spend campaign donations on consultants, staff, air fares, meals, cellphones and purchases at the Senate gift shop. Full Article at South Florida Sun-Sentinel